Library - Full-Time Collections & Technology Manager

Collections & Technology Manager

The Collections & Technology Manager performs complex professional duties as the manager of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library's Technical Services Division, the Information Technology Division, Digital Services Division, and Collection Development Division. Completes work with substantial discretion and within broad parameters. Reports to the Library Director. The preferred starting salary for this position is between $62,192.00 - $80,849.60 Annually. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, plus paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education / training opportunities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The JMRL retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Manages the library's Integrated Library system by administering configuration and workflows.
• Purchases and maintains all library computers, printers, and other hardware and software.
• Plans the overall technological direction of the library and the integration of new technologies.
• Serves as the library's liaison with JMRL's integrated library system provider, the City IT Department, and vendors.
• Oversees the library's book budget and the development and spending of the technology portions of the library's equipment and operating budget.
• Participates in the library's reconsideration process, coordinating JMRL's responses as needed.
• Directly supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, including managing the hiring and training process within the department.
• Prepares special and monthly reports for the Library Board of Trustees.
• Serves as a member of senior administrative staff and participates in the management of the library system.
• May serve as Acting Library Director in the absence of the Director and the Assistant Director.
• Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Other Duties : Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Education and Experience : Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

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Preferred : Familiarity with SAP business management software.

Certifications / Licenses / Other Requirements : Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics :

Physical Demands : Sedentary Work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects; remains in stationary position most of the time. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware : Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone, and related software and hardware; and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.

Work Environment : Work is performed in office environment where there may be exposure to computer screen for extended periods of time, monitor glare, and dust. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.